Freelancers: self-employed deduction falls to €900 in 2027
From 1 January 2027 the Dutch self-employed deduction drops from €1,200 to €900, and the starters deduction is set to fall from €2,123 to €10.
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Freelancing for €38 an hour or less? New rule starts 31 December
From 31 December 2026 a Dutch freelancer (zzp) paid €38 an hour or less can claim to be an employee. What it means for you and your clients.
Self-Employed (ZZP) Registration NL Step by Step 2026
How to register as a ZZP self-employed in the Netherlands in 2026: step-by-step guide for expats covering KvK, BTW, banking, insurance and first invoice.
Best Coworking Spaces Amsterdam by Area 2026
How to choose a coworking space in Amsterdam in 2026: what to compare by area, WeWork and Mindspace locations, day passes versus memberships, and what to check before you sign.
Maternity & Paternity Leave Netherlands 2026
16 weeks maternity at 100% of daily wage, 1 week birth leave plus 5 weeks at 70% for partners — what Dutch parental leave covers and how to apply, based on UWV and Rijksoverheid.
Dutch Public Holidays & Time Off 2026
All Dutch public holidays in 2026: dates, vacation entitlements, vakantiegeld, brugdagen, and how to plan time off strategically as an expat.
Best Coworking Spaces Netherlands 2026 Compared
Coworking in the Netherlands 2026: what Spaces, WeWork Amsterdam, Seats2meet and A Lab offer, with prices only where the provider lists them, and how to choose.
Accounting Software for Freelancers in the Netherlands 2026
Accounting software for ZZP freelancers in the Netherlands in 2026: Moneybird, Exact Online, e-Boekhouden, Jortt and Shine compared on the prices and plans shown on their own sites, plus the tax rules to keep in mind.
Dutch Pay Slip Explained: Your Loonstrook 2026
How to read your Dutch pay slip (loonstrook). Bruto loon, loonheffing, ZVW, pensioenpremie, vakantiegeld and why your net is lower than your gross.
Salary Negotiation Netherlands: Expat Guide 2026
How to negotiate salary in the Netherlands as an expat. Average salaries by sector, gross vs net, the 30% ruling, what's negotiable, and scripts to use.
Best Coworking Spaces in the Netherlands 2026: Expat Guide
Coworking spaces in the Netherlands for expats and freelancers: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Eindhoven compared on price and amenities.
Dutch Employment Contracts: What Every Expat Must Know
Dutch employment contracts for expats: contract types, notice periods, probation rules, holiday allowance (vakantiegeld) and your legal rights.
How to Register as a Freelancer (ZZP) in the Netherlands 2026
How to register as a freelancer (ZZP) in the Netherlands in 2026. KvK registration, tax setup, BSN requirements and costs explained step by step.
LinkedIn in the Netherlands: Land a Job as an Expat (2026)
Using LinkedIn to find work in the Netherlands as an expat: profile tips, networking strategies and what Dutch recruiters actually look for.
Best Job Boards Netherlands for Expats 2026
Job boards and recruitment agencies for expats in the Netherlands in 2026: LinkedIn, IamExpat Jobs, Indeed, Glassdoor, The Undutchables and sector boards, plus the rules for highly skilled migrants.
How to Find a Job in the Netherlands 2026
Complete guide to finding a job in the Netherlands as an expat. Job boards, visa rules, salary norms, Dutch CV tips, and what recruiters actually want.
How to Write a Dutch CV: Expat Guide 2026
Write a Dutch CV that gets interviews. Expat guide covering format, photo rules, length, cover letters, and what Dutch recruiters actually look for.
Side Hustle Netherlands: Ideas + Tax Rules
Earn extra income in the Netherlands as an expat: legal rules, bijverdienste tax, KvK, the best side hustles, and passive income options explained.
Unemployment Benefits (WW) Netherlands 2026
Dutch WW unemployment benefit from UWV: conditions, 75% then 70% of your WW monthly wage, how long it lasts, applying, and what a job loss means for your permit.
Diploma Recognition Netherlands: Expat Guide
How to get a foreign diploma recognised or evaluated in the Netherlands: when you need it, how IDW works, current cost and processing time, and regulated professions.
Job Interviews in the Netherlands: Expat Guide 2026
Job interviews in the Netherlands for expats: Dutch interview culture, common questions, what to wear, salary negotiation and how many rounds to expect.
Career Change in Netherlands: Expat Guide 2026
Changing careers as an expat in the Netherlands. Diploma recognition, UWV retraining, ZZP pivot, sector opportunities, and language barriers explained.
Companies Hiring Internationals in NL 2026
Companies in the Netherlands known for hiring international talent in 2026. Sectors, cities, English-language roles, 30% ruling basics, and how to apply.
Networking in Netherlands: Expat Guide 2026
How to build a professional network in the Netherlands as an expat. Dutch networking culture, events, LinkedIn tips, and city-by-city scene guide.